Deb Koen: Smaller firms can attract top talent

10:56 AM,
Aug. 20, 2013

Deb Koen

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Deb Koen

Question: Our business is small but growing. It is a great place to work, but sometimes when we interview candidates they seem to have an attitude about our size. With all of the cutbacks happening, you would think people would be grateful for the opportunity. What can we do to attract the best candidates to our great company?

Answer: To attract the top talent, start by defining your greatness. Apply these three guidelines to leverage your most favorable features:

Court the candidates. Approach recruitment from your strength, not from your perception of the candidates' lack of other ...